Escrow & Title
A Pennsylvania deed recorded without being notarized is:
AInvalid and of no legal effect
BValid between the parties but may not provide constructive notice to third parties✓ Correct
CAutomatically rejected by the county recorder
DValid and fully enforceable in all respects
Explanation
Acknowledgment (notarization) is required for a deed to be recorded in Pennsylvania. A deed signed but not acknowledged cannot be recorded, depriving it of constructive notice. Between the grantor and grantee, however, an unacknowledged deed may still be valid as a matter of contract law if delivered and accepted.
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